Winemaker / Distiller

wine.co.za; Kakamas; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing on the farm

Job summary

Die Mas van Kakamas invites a passionate Winemaker & Distiller to join our small, dedicated team in the Northern Cape. You will oversee harvest activities, manage the full winemaking process, and contribute to production and blending of spirits as we develop new skills.

The role requires a winemaking qualification and at least two years’ experience, plus strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure. Housing on the farm is provided.

Qualifications

• Relevant winemaking qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee harvest activities and coordinate vintage operations.
• Manage full winemaking process from grape to bottle.
• Produce and blend spirit products as guided to master the skill.
• Procure dry goods and control stock.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and industry stakeholders.

Skills

Winemaking

Leadership

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Education

Winemaking qualification

Tools

SAWIS

IPW

SARS

Job description

# Winemaker / DistillerTuesday, 6 October, 2026anonymousNorthern CapeAn exciting opportunity exists for a young and energetic individual to join the small but dedicated team at ***Die Mas van Kakamas***. We are looking for a driven and committed person to join our team as ***Winemaker & Distiller***.**The successful candidate will mainly be responsible for:*** Overseeing and coordinating harvest activities* Full winemaking process (from grape to bottle)* Production and blending of spirit products - you will be guided to master this unique new skill* Dry goods procurement and stock control* Liaison with clients, suppliers and industry stakeholders* All administrative duties (including but not limited) to SARS, SAWIS & IPW* Managing and supervising staff* Contributing to brand promotion and product development* All other tasks related to this position**Essential minimum qualifications, skills and experience:*** Relevant winemaking qualification;* Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role;* Strong leadership and organizational skills;* Attention to detail and commitment to quality;* Ability to work under pressure;***Die Mas van Kakamas*** offers the ideal candidate the opportunity to learn from a dedicated team of professionals. Compensation will correlate with experience and include housing on the farm.Starting date as soon as possible.**Please send your CV, cover letter and salary expectation to [e-mail] on or before 16 October 2026.**